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Received today — 12 May 2026 New York Times World News

Government Agents Chase Philippine Senator in Parliament

12 May 2026 at 14:33
CCTV footage captured federal agents chasing Sen. Ronald ‘Bato’ dela Rosa of the Philippines, who enforced a war on drugs that killed thousands, throughout the nation’s parliament on Monday. He is under the Senate’s protection while facing an I.C.C. arrest warrant.

Keir Starmer, British Prime Minister, Refuses to Resign

12 May 2026 at 12:48
The prime minister of Britain, Keir Starmer, vowed to continue governing at a high-stakes cabinet meeting on Tuesday. Calls have grown for for him to resign since heavy Labour Party losses in local elections last week.

Who Might Challenge Starmer in a Leadership Contest?

12 May 2026 at 12:28
Health Secretary Wes Streeting, Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham and former deputy prime minister Angela Rayner are among the possible contenders.

The Iran War Is Taking the Color Out of Japan’s Best-Known Snack Bags

12 May 2026 at 10:48
The food giant Calbee said shortages of naphtha, a crude-oil derivative used in inks, were forcing it to switch to black-and-white packaging for its salty products.

UK’s Starmer Faces Calls to Resign. Here Are 4 Ways He Could Respond.

12 May 2026 at 10:29
Prime Minister Keir Starmer vowed to continue in office on Tuesday morning. It’s one of several possible paths for the embattled leader after heavy losses in local elections.
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